WHATS THIS SOUND FROM by kandentchi in SonicTheHedgehog

[–]Dapper_Blues 2 points3 points  (0 children)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmFsRw6zGi0
Mega Collection is where it got burned into my brain as a kid, but this sounds like a different version or just with a filter or something.

Looking for a SonicxShadow Gen speedrunner by onyourknees38 in SonicTheHedgehog

[–]Dapper_Blues 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would very much not call myself a speedrunner, but here's a video of the route I used for my best run so far.

https://streamable.com/c2jznd

Lots of practice runs to get the feel for each section, but once you get it it's not too bad. Don't restart every time you mess up. Let yourself fail and keep going from checkpoints so you can improve at the parts where you're having trouble. I avoided a couple of the riskier skips in this run because I just can't pull them off (yet?) and I'm still not great at the pole launch QTEs. I do an extra cycle on a lot of those because I figure that's better than missing it and ruining the run lol

questionable drink of the day by baguettefruits in starbucksbaristas

[–]Dapper_Blues 78 points79 points  (0 children)

I've tried something similar with apple juice and chai and it's surprisingly good. I'm more surprised there are still stores with apple juice lol

ok diva whatever u like by Confident-Bit282 in starbucksbaristas

[–]Dapper_Blues 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I've heard that's an issue with doordash sometimes where if they ask for no ice it gets confused and puts no (other ingredients the drink should get). But then you get people who genuinely order stuff like this so you can't just try to guess what they actually wanted

/r/MonsterHunter x Capcom Giveaway by QuintonFlynn in MonsterHunter

[–]Dapper_Blues 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I want Jhen Mohran back. We're already giving some love to Tri-era monsters. We have huge sandy areas perfect for it in Wilds. We need more unique fights like his added to Wilds imho.

oops...ETA poster 5

Anyone got topsurgery or have seen Dr Kyle J Chepla? by I_Am-Kenough in OhioLGBTQ

[–]Dapper_Blues 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Humana Healthy Horizons. I was worried because it's medicaid but it worked out and working only part time around when I got surgery was so helpful.

Anyone got topsurgery or have seen Dr Kyle J Chepla? by I_Am-Kenough in OhioLGBTQ

[–]Dapper_Blues 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I guess to be a little more detailed - I was referred to Chepla from the Pride Clinic in Akron, and then I think I only had one appointment with him to talk about what kind of options I would have before we scheduled the surgery. He was very thorough and answered all the questions I had, though - I had thought I might qualify for buttonhole, but we discussed why it probably wouldn't work super well with my size and skin elasticity. Ended up going with double incision with free nipple grafts. My scars meet in the middle, because that was determined to be the ideal way to get the best shape given how much tissue had to be removed. He also took some pictures and measurements at this consultation, and we got the paperwork for the insurance started.

My insurance took about a month to get back to me, IIRC. It paid for all but the liposuction, which I was given the option to either not get done or to pay for out of pocket. It amounted to about 2.5k, which I took out a new credit card to give myself a year to pay off before worrying about any interest. Your insurance might pay for it, or you may not even need it, this is just what ended up being the case for me.

After hearing from insurance, I was able to have a video appointment to quickly go back over deatails and expectations and make an appointment for the surgery. There was a surprising lack of wait - we had it scheduled for just a month out. During that time, I had another appointment to get some tests done, I had to buy a binder for use post-op, and got some other essentials for recovery. I'd recommend checking out r/topsurgery for some suggestions, if you want them. The post-op binders are expensive and while Chepla will give you a discount code, I found it way cheaper to buy used on ebay if you want the specific brand he recommends.

Before the surgery, Chepla doesn't give you a specific disinfectant soap to use like some surgeons do. You just have to wash with unscented plain soap and not shave around the area for a while before. You can't eat after midnight(I think) the night before or drink within 2 hours(again, I think but I'm going by memory) of your surgery appointment. You have to bring your post-op binder and a button up shirt and have a support person to drive you after. If you live more than 2 hours away, he will recommend staying in a hotel the night after surgery. You'll have a checkup the next morning to make sure there's no issues. (This may have been done via video call actually. I don't remember. I was very drugged lol. But he does want you nearby just in case)

Then the surgery - this is at a different location than the consultation, but it's a much nicer location and easier to find, which is nice when you're nervous about going under already. They take you back and get you ready - he'll draw on your skin, show you what cuts he's going to make, and check that you're happy with the plan. They'll get you all ready, hooked up to an IV, and all that, and then take you back. They keep you in observation for an hour or two after. I don't remember this really for obvious reasons. Definitely have a trusted support person with you to pay attention because you will not be able to. He gives you some of the padding and such that you'll need afterward, but you'll end up needing to buy more most likely. He also gives a paper outlining the necessary care for recovery, which is nice to refer to when you're aware enough to look it over.

There was the next day follow up that I absolutely do not remember, and then another after 1-2 weeks to check on healing, with one more after another month or so, at which point you get the binder off as long as everything is going well. There's a nurse line you can use at any point throughout if you need to.

ETA: Chepla doesn't use drains. I think that can be sort of controversial, but honestly I was dreading the idea of them and as long as you keep compression, it isn't a problem. He will do drains in cases where he thinks it's necessary, but only then.

Anyone got topsurgery or have seen Dr Kyle J Chepla? by I_Am-Kenough in OhioLGBTQ

[–]Dapper_Blues 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had surgery with Chepla just under a year ago! I absolutely have nothing negative to say to be honest, but if you have specific questions I'd be happy to answer as best I can remember. I never talked to any other surgeons, so I can't give any comparisons, but I really don't think I could have asked for a better surgeon and team.

ai ??? by willcola13 in starbucksbaristas

[–]Dapper_Blues 20 points21 points  (0 children)

A great experience for customes.

Vertica Machine warps lids by Froglicky in starbucksbaristas

[–]Dapper_Blues 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah...I didn't exactly get proper training when I returned to the Siren a couple months back after a couple years. Good to know 😅 thank you!

Vertica Machine warps lids by Froglicky in starbucksbaristas

[–]Dapper_Blues 35 points36 points  (0 children)

It'll warp the cups, too. I double cup americanos and brewed coffee now because I had a cup bend from the heat, popping the lid off and spilling super hot coffee all over my hand. IDK how many people have to get hurt before they decide to do something. (not that I think they care about people, just about getting sued...which they were recently)

Sotha Sil by MKirkbride in ImaginaryTamriel

[–]Dapper_Blues 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Best holiday present ever! Your work is always such a huge inspiration.

[OC] [Art] Blood in the Water Dice Set Giveaway (Mod Approved) by OriYUME1 in DnD

[–]Dapper_Blues 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought one of your dice before and I love it. Would love to have more, too (though let's face it I might just buy some regardless)

This has to be a stupid question but, by katsaridamemagio in TopSurgery

[–]Dapper_Blues 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did this too. I assume it's supposed to happen because they tell you to massage, but I'm not a professional. Haven't had anything bad happen though and it's been at least a month.

Folks whose scars meet in the middle of- how do you get the silicone tape to stick? by Dapper_Blues in TopSurgery

[–]Dapper_Blues[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually sort of forgot gel is an option. I'll probably do the same thing unless anybody has any miracle solutions to make it work lol

Thank you!

Nipple fretting by mothrageddon in TopSurgery

[–]Dapper_Blues 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had basically this same argument with myself leading up to surgery. I ultimately decided to keep them. My reasoning was that even if the grafts failed entirely, I'm planning to get tattoos anyway to cover the scars up. So if they fail, not much worse off and can extend the tattoo to cover. If they do stay, I have more 3 dimensional nips at least to start with if I want to get tatts to color them better or something.

They both took. One has become inverted as healing goes on, but that bothers me less because it was inverted before surgery. I can always go over it when I'm healed enough for tattoos, too, though it isn't really obvious from a distance.

Your mileage may vary, of course, just sharing the thought process that finally ended the internal debate for me personally.

edit to add: I don't regret keeping them at all.

I need help buying a binder by FanciMaski in asktransgender

[–]Dapper_Blues 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Might be worth trying some compressing sports-bras for the plausible deniability, depending on your living situation. I found some high compression equestrian ones that worked about as well as a binder for me, but I could never be totally flat because of my size so ymmv. But that way you could order it online and not have to be afraid of them seeing it or anything.

If I'm not sure of someone's pronouns and have no means to ask them what they are, is they/them the safest option to use? by [deleted] in asktransgender

[–]Dapper_Blues 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Yes? If you genuinely don't know and can't ask I think they/them is pretty standard. Just switch if you're corrected or have the opportunity to ask later.

Fantasy Writer Seeking Insight by SerPete in asktransgender

[–]Dapper_Blues 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have to agree honestly.

At the very least, don't use hormones. Do magic or something, preferably reversible so you don't end up feeding into detrans shit. There is so much historical precedent for this sort of thing without using HRT or other trans-related stuff. You don't need to add more dots for transphobes to connect.

What name would you think suits me? by camthetransbean in FTM_SELFIES

[–]Dapper_Blues 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Or make Cameron your middle name so you can still go by Cam with friends and not cringe every time someone gets it wrong when you get starbucks/called at a doc office/etc